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Mechling, Kenneth R.; Oliver, Donna L. – Principal, 1983
Research shows that hands-on science education is more effective than a textbook and lecture approach. This suggests that the "new curriculum" introduced in science classes in the seventies was more effective than was thought. (JM)
Descriptors: Administrator Role, Discovery Learning, Educational Research, Elementary Education
Roxborough, Jean – Canadian Journal of English Language Arts, 1988
Asserts that children in science education must have hands-on experience to discover and make sense of their world. Emphasizes that there is a need for teachers who enjoy both language and science. Argues that children need to discover that they use science, like language, daily. (MM)
Descriptors: Discovery Learning, Elementary Education, Experiential Learning, Foreign Countries
Science for All Children: A Guide to Improving Elementary Science Education in Your School District.
National Science Resources Center, Washington, DC. – 1997
This book presents the National Science Resources Center's (NSRC's) strategic planning model for bringing about district-wide elementary science reform in accordance with the National Science Education Standards. The NSRC model views the elementary science program as a cohesive system that includes: a research-based, inquiry-centered science…
Descriptors: Case Studies, Demonstration Programs, Discovery Learning, Educational Change
Penning, Nick; Hunter, Bruce, Ed. – School Administrator, 1987
Features 2 of 12 exemplary math and science programs identified by educational groups. Washington School District, Phoenix, Arizona, improved student achievement in science by hands-on laboratory experience and creative staff use. Manchester, Connecticut, elementary students raised mathematics scores thorough an activities-based curriculum with…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Criterion Referenced Tests, Demonstration Programs, Discovery Learning
Peer reviewedQuin, Melanie – Physics Education, 1990
Interactive science and technology centers are described that emphasize "hands-on" science. Examined are the outreach programs offered by many centers which include traveling exhibitions and published resource materials. Examples of follow-up activities to a center visit are included. (KR)
Descriptors: Discovery Learning, Elementary Secondary Education, Exhibits, Experiential Learning
Peer reviewedWellington, Jerry – Physics Education, 1990
Examined is the contribution that hands-on, interactive centers can make to science education. The characteristics of informal and formal learning are compared and discussed. (KR)
Descriptors: Discovery Learning, Elementary Secondary Education, Exhibits, Experiential Learning
Download full textGeorgia State Dept. of Education, Atlanta. Office of Instructional Services. – 1982
Background information and exemplary units for teaching science in Georgia's middle school grades are provided. Discussed in the first section are: (1) the rationale for including science in middle school grades, focusing on science/society/technology, science/social issues, scientific reasoning, and scientific literacy; (2) role of science…
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Discovery Learning, Elementary School Science, Elementary Secondary Education
Swang, John I. – 1991
The National Student Research Center (NSRC) is dedicated to promoting student research and the use of the scientific method in all subject areas across the curriculum, especially science and mathematics. The NSRC facilitates the implementation of a nationally recognized, innovative, and highly effective approach to instruction called the Student…
Descriptors: Cooperative Learning, Discovery Learning, Educational Objectives, Educational Strategies
